CRT Family Service Center

"Preparing our community to meet life's challenges."

The Community Renewal Team Inc. is an anti-poverty agency serving people and families throughout the Connecticut River Valley. Head Start, Meals on Wheels, alternatives to incarceration, supportive housing and shelter, and many other CRT programs give people the skills and the resources to become self-sufficient and to thrive.

Staff located at the Family Service Center assist individuals and families in meeting basic needs with access to skill building opportunities that promote self-sufficiency. Services include:

- Assistance in meeting immediate basic needs such as food, clothing, and shelter.
- Energy Assistance
- Assessment of housing, employment, social service, and other needs.
- Information and referrals to social services throughout the area.
- Home visits for specific CRT programs such as Energy Assistance.
- Community oriented workshops.
- Access to computers with internet access.
- Distribute holiday gifts for children and families.
- Summer breakfast and lunch at some sites.